THE DIGNITY OF LABOUR There is dignity in

THE DIGNITY OF LABOUR There is dignity in doing work honestly and whole-heartedly, regardless of whether the job is glamourous or not. 1

Work on this activity in small groups. Dignity of Labour STEP 1: List six jobs that are done at your school. Exclude teachers, counselors, allied educators, the principal and other school leaders. STEP 2: Pick one of the six listed jobs. STEP 3: Have a conversation with two individuals who do this work at your school. STEP 4: Answer the six questions. STEP 5: Share your answers with the class, using the following slides. 2

Dignity of Labour Share your findings based on your conversations with school staff who do the job your group selected. 1. W hat is hard about their job? 3

Dignity of Labour Share your findings. 2. In what ways can the work be satisfying? 4

Dignity of Labour Share your findings. 3. Why did they choose to work at your school? 5

Dignity of Labour Share your findings. 4. How does their work make your school a better place? 6

Dignity of Labour Share your findings. 5. What is our wish for people who do this work at school? 7

Dignity of Labour Share your findings. 6. In what ways can you respect and value those who do this job? 8

THE BIG QUESTION How will your class show your appreciation to at least six non-teaching adults at your school this month ? 9